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In his episode, he talks candidly about what it’s like to deliver bad news to families, what we’re getting wrong about chronic illness, and how fitness and strength training save lives. Dr. K is also the author of the book “Prevention Over Prescrip...2025-06-101h 12
Robservations - The Show About SomethingSitting in judgement of the Snyder Cut ... a study in contrasts. (#643)ROBSERVATIONS host Robert Meyer Burnett talks about how the major trade magazines and websites have all weighed in on Zack Snyder’s Justice League (a.k.a. The Snyder Cut) and yet many of them have not seen it. The responses have been divisive - with some fawning over the production and others strongly reacting against it.Why is that? Rob takes a closer look through the eyes of an “Imagination Connoisseur.”Programming Note: RMB will watch the show when it debuts on Wednesday night and will then stream a “first reaction” video at 3:00 am (PDT), early Thur...2021-03-162h 02Robservations - The Show About Something(Robservations Replay) Some of my favorite films - beginning with the letter "D." (#017)ROBSERVATIONS host, Robert Meyer Burnett, shares his favorite selections from his extensive physical media collection - all of which begin with the letter "D." Among the titles discussed are: DARK STAR, DAUGHTERS OF DARKNESS, DAYS OF BEING WILD, DEAD RINGERS, THE DEER HUNTER, DEKALOG, DEVIL'S ADVOCATE, DIVA, DON'T LOOK NOW, DOUBLE INDEMNITY.Mmmmm, some tasty Barbara Stanwyck action. Love it!(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #017 • Originally streamed on January 7, 2019)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-03-161h 30Robservations - The Show About SomethingZack Snyder discusses his rought and tumble ride with JUSTICE LEAGUE. (#642)Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett, is looking forward to the premier of Zack Snyder’s 4-hour cut of JUSTICE LEAGUE. RMB also announced that he will be hosting a live show at 3am (PST) on Thursday morning following his screening of the film to talk about his reaction to the film and to answer questions from fans. The show will be spoiler-free.Then, Thursday night, RMB will be watching the premier of FALCON AND THE WINTER SOLDIER. And then on May 25th, the “ultimate cut” of BATMAN V SUPERMAN is due out.RMB reviews a recent NY Times...2021-03-152h 20Robservations - The Show About Something(Robservations Replay) Producing special features for the Star Trek: The Next Generation Blu-rays. (#016)ROBSERVATIONS host Robert Meyer Burnett discusses what it was like producing special features for the Star Trek:The Next Generation home video release.(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #016 • Originally streamed on January 6, 2019)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-03-151h 08Robservations - The Show About SomethingETERNALS director Chloe Zhao tests China's Hollywood censorship. (#641)(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #641 • Originally streamed on March 13, 2021)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-03-142h 00Robservations - The Show About Something(Robservations Replay) Some of my favorite movies - beginning with the letter "C." (#015)Writer-producer-director Robert Meyer Burnett shares some of his favorite films from his extensive physical media collection. He treats fans to an epic rundown that includes CABARET, CHARADE, CHILDREN OF MEN, CHUNGKING EXPRESS, THE CHOCOLATE WAR, COLOSSUS: THE FORBIN PROJECT, THE CONVERSATION, CRIMES AND MISDEMEANORS, CROUPIER, and THE CROW.(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #015 • Originally streamed on January 5, 2019)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-03-141h 06Robservations - The Show About SomethingIs the Snyder Cut having the desired effect on HBO Max? (#640)#ZackSnydersJusticeLeague #HBOMax #StreamingMediaROBSERVATIONS host, Robert Meyer Burnett, takes a closer look at the Snyder Cut and how it’s affecting HBO Max’s business. Will the realizing of Zack Snyder’s vision of the DCEU drive enough subscriptions to HBO Max to justify the estimated $70 million production budget?Reviewing this article from Deadline (https://deadline.com/2021/03/hbo-max-warnermedia-streaming-jason-kilar-1234713108/), RMB opines on the business rationale behind the decision - and even breaks into a less-than-satisfying Lionel Ritchie impression, but that’s another story for another day - and how event programming like the Snyder Cut works with the upco...2021-03-132h 04Robservations - The Show About Something(Robservations Replay) Some of my favorite films - beginning with the letter "B." (#014)ROBSERVATIONS host Robert Meyer Burnett shares some of his favorite movies from his private, physical media collection - all of which begin with the letter "B." Movies include BAD BAD AT BLACK ROCK, BADLANDS, BARRY LYNDON, BATTLE ROYALE, BEING THERE, BIRDY, BLACK NARCISSUS, BLACK SUNDAY (1960), BLUE IS THE WARMEST COLOR, and THE BROOD ...(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #014 • Originally streamed on January 4, 2019)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-03-131h 08Robservations - The Show About SomethingTHE FLASH becomes the first sequel to the Snyder Cut. (#639)(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #639 • Originally streamed on March 11, 2021)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-03-122h 23Robservations - The Show About Something(Robservations Replay) Some of my favorite films - beginning with the letter "A" (#013)Writer-producer-director Robert Meyer Burnett presents ten of his favorite films from his private, physical media collection - all of which begin with the letter "A." RMB asks us to keep in mind these aren't ALL of his favorite movies beginning with the first letter of the alphabet, just a cross-section of films from his extensive blu-ray and 4K collection that he finds particularly enjoyable.(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #013 • Originally streamed on January 3, 2019)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-03-121h 16Robservations - The Show About SomethingThe grief of Wanda Maximoff and news from Disney's annual shareholders' meeting. (#638)Writer-producer-director Robert Meyer Burnett reviews the results of the recently-concluded, Disney shareholders’ meeting. Touching on plans for rides, theme park re-openings and more, RMB elaborates on comments made about Star Wars honcho, Kathleen Kennedy and the growth of the streaming service, Disney+, largely due to the popularity of The Mandalorian series.The meeting also saw the final farewell offered to Chairman Emeritus Bob Iger and recognition of the success the company has enjoyed thanks to Iger’s commitment to launching and building Disney+. Disney share prices closed at pre-pandemic high levels following the meeting.RMB also take...2021-03-102h 17Robservations - The Show About SomethingSPOILER SATURDAY Live Chat with ROBSERVATIONS' Robert Meyer Burnett (recorded March 6, 2021)This livestream chat was recorded with members of the Post-Geek Singularity community on YouTube last Saturday, March 6th and contains speculation and spoilers about currently-running TV shows and movies now in theaters.If you do not want to know certain parts of these shows in advance of seeing them, you may want to consider skipping this podcast or listening to it at a later date.(SPOILER SATURDAY Episode #004 • Originally streamed on March 6, 2021)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-03-1038 minRobservations - The Show About Something(Robservations Replay) 2019 and the year of non-toxic fandom (#012)(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #012 • Originally streamed on January 2, 2019)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-03-101h 10Robservations - The Show About SomethingIn today's entertainment, everyone is beautiful and no one is horny. (#637)#MCU #ComicBookMovies #BeautyROBSERVATIONS host, Robert Meyer Burnett, takes a closer look at how modern movies celebrate a “heroic” version of beauty that may be unattainable and yet, at the same time, seem to desexualize those very characters in a way that seems contradictory to human behavior. Is this good or so unreal as to be unbelievable?RMB also shares more viewer mail reacting to the conclusion of the WandaVision series on DisneyPlus (both what didn’t seem to work and, for one Imagination Connoisseur, what worked very well). And we all remember the late, great John S...2021-03-091h 24Robservations - The Show About Something(Robservations Replay) I'm an AXANAR Asshole, too. (#011)(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #011 • Originally streamed December 31, 2018)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-03-091h 52Robservations - The Show About SomethingDid WandaVision become a litmus test for all of fandom? (#636)The last episode of WandaVision dropped on Disney+ on Friday, March 5, and the Post-Geek Singularity was all a-twitter with reactions - both good and bad - to what they saw and how they felt. ROBSERVATIONS host, Robert Meyer Burnett, was no different.On this show, Rob takes a closer look at the expectations for WandaVision and why so many fans were disappointed - and whether they had a right to be or not. Plus RMB reads letters from fans who express their concern for what they saw as either a lack of focus near the end of the...2021-03-081h 51Robservations - The Show About Something(Robservations Replay) The most important lesson I learned working in Hollywood (#010)(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #010 • Originally streamed on December 30, 2018)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-03-081h 06Robservations - The Show About Something(Robservations Replay) Axanar and me! (#009)I finally go on the record about all things AXANAR!Before participating in this conversation, I invite everyone to watch the Fan Film PRELUDE TO After resigning from the failed, Star Trek fan film, AXANAR, writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett has remained fairly silent about his experience with the production and the lawsuit that erupted in 2017 around alleged copyright violations from Star Trek's owners, CBS Studios and Paramount Pictures. Rob finally breaks his silence in this video.You can watch PRELUDE TO AXANAR here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1W1_8IV8uhA...and "The...2021-03-071h 48Robservations - The Show About SomethingWhy is Star Trek controlled by chronic box office underachievers? (#635)(ROBSERVATIONS Episode 635 • Originally streamed on March 5, 2021)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-03-062h 13Robservations - The Show About Something(Robservations Replay) Black Mirror's "Bandersnatch" ... any good? (#008)(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #008 • Originally streamed on December 28, 2018)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-03-061h 05Robservations - The Show About SomethingA hot bed of hot takes - viewers respond to my prattling on ... (#634)(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #624 • Originally streamed on March 4, 2021)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-03-052h 12Robservations - The Show About SomethingIs Disney the latest threat to movie theaters ... and "white" math? (#632)Writer-producer-director Robert Meyer Burnett touches on a number of cultural news items. From Dr. Seuss’s “cancellation” (more like self-curation) to decisions made by entertainment studios to accelerate their downsizing of physical media/home video divisions - RMB has an opinion or two (or more).The headline stories in today’s show focus on Disney’s recent announcement that they plan on shortening the theatrical “windows” for their feature films (to be shown in movie theaters across the country) and a Princeton University scholar decries the manufactured controversy around “white math” and racial bias claims about mathematics (and, more specifically...2021-03-052h 30Robservations - The Show About SomethingWhy is COMING TO AMERICA 2 rated PG-13? (#633)(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #633 • Originally streamed on March 3, 2021)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-03-052h 00Robservations - The Show About Something(ROBSERVATIONS Replay) Let's talk Bandersnatch! (#007)Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett, takes some time out of his holidays to talk about BIRDBOX, which just streamed on Netflix. And while the premise of the film is interesting and Sandra Bullock and John Malkevich brought plenty of star power, the third act didn’t actually bring viewers to a conclusion. RMB breaks down sci-fi storytelling and explains how this can be a major failing for genre films.Our fearless host also takes a closer look at the upcoming season of “Black Mirror” on Netflix and, more specifically, on the interactive movie to be offered on the streamer … BANDERSN...2021-03-0448 minRobservations - The Show About Something(ROBSERVATIONS Replay) Favorite home video releases of 2018 (#006)Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett, has been celebrating the holidays and spreads the joy with his fellow Imagination Connoisseurs by sharing his favorite home video releases from 2018. His love affair with physical media began when he was a teenager, working in a home video store - and RMB’s enthusiasm is infectious.His favorite releases of the 2018 are: • Dario Argento’s SUSPERIA • BLACK PANTHER - in 3-D • AVENGERS: INFINITY WAR - in 3-D • BODY MELT (on Blu-Ray) • Andrei Tarkovsky’s STALKER • ROLLERCOASTER • BOUND • THE ENDLESS • THE CURE • COLOR OF NIGHT • DEEP RI...2021-03-031h 25Robservations - The Show About SomethingWhy the "Snyder Cut" ends on a cliffhanger. (#631)ROBSERVATIONS host, Robert Meyer Burnett, shares the latest news in the entertainment business about the upcoming “Snyder Cut” version of JUSTICE LEAGUE which is set to make its debut on HBO Max in about two weeks. According to sources familiar with the project, Snyder’s version of the movie ands on a big cliffhanger moment which was intended to be wrapped up at the beginning of the movie’s sequel.That sequel will never be made.RMB discusses the problems Snyder faced with the studio and how typical that level of interference is when it comes to makin...2021-03-022h 10Robservations - The Show About Something(ROBSERVATIONS Replay) Where does he get all those wonderful toys? (#004)On the Saturday before the Christmas holiday weekend, writer-director-producer Robert Meyer Burnett follows up on his yesterday’s live chat (ROBSERVATIONS Episode #003) when he unboxed “The Bat” model from Hot Toys. RMB is an avid collector of action figures and toys inspired by his favorite movies, comic books, science fiction and fantasy franchises.So RMB asks viewers to share their favorite toys with other Imagination Connoisseurs in the live chat. Do you remember the SEARS Wish Book and the amazing toy section in that catalog?Get ready for a nostalgia ride well worth the hour+ of time i...2021-03-021h 11Robservations - The Show About SomethingDr. Seuss cancelled for "Read Across America" Day (#630)Writer-producer-director Robert Meyer Burnett rails against cancel culture in this episode of ROBSERVATIONS. Why aren’t people more forgiving of others and what lies behind prejudices and the emerging cancel culture trend?RMB then takes a deep dive into the “cancellation” of Dr. Suess by a Virginia School System who dropped the deceased author’s work from the state’s “Read Across America Day” program. (http://bit.ly/3r5IoEr) Is this political correctness run amok? Are we going to get rid of our cultural history because so much of our art and literature reflects a cultural bias? RMB advocates...2021-03-012h 00Robservations - The Show About Something(ROBSERVATIONS Replay) What's the in the box? (#003)Going LIVE at NOON today for the third @ROBSERVATIONS2 chat. I'll be opening a mysterious, and HUGE, @hottoysofficial which I've never, ever opened before. Also discussing free speech in relation to Stanley Kubrick's A CLOCKWORK ORANGE.(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #003 • Originally streamed December 21, 2018)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-03-011h 11Robservations - The Show About Something(ROBS SPECIAL) The Making of DOTA Dragon's Blood (ROBS XX01)Join ROBSERVATIONS host, Rob Meyer Burnett, as he interviews some of the principal creative team behind Netflix's upcoming animated series DOTA: DRAGON'S BLOOD, including series creator Ashley Edward Miller (AGENT CODY BANKS, X-MEN FIRST CLASS, THOR), Supervising Producer Steven Melching (STAR WARS REBELS, CLONE WARS), Voice Director Meredith Layne, Actors Yuri Lowenthal (Davion), Lara Pulver (Mirana), Troy Baker (Invoker) and Alix Wilton-Regan (Selemene).(ROBSERVATION Episode XX01 • Originally streamed on February 26, 2021)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-02-281h 35Robservations - The Show About Something(ROBSERVATIONS Replay) CAPTAIN MARVEL is not a SJW Film (#002)Writer-director-producer Robert Meyer Burnett reacts to the outcry by some fans that the MCU’s CAPTAIN MARVEL movie is Hollywood bending to the will of fans and social media influencers insisting on a female-led superhero movie. “As fans, we should hope for a great script and a great story,” explains RMB. He explains that the fact superheroes will be depicted as men and women from a variety of races in an inevitability - and we should all be okay with that.What we need, Burnett continues, is an educated population when it comes to nearly 10,000 years of art and li...2021-02-281h 06Robservations - The Show About Something(ROBSERVATIONS Replay) Welcome to the Post-Geek Singularity! (#001)#Robservations #StarTrek #ModelingMy FIRST LIVE STREAM...! Sorry for the sound snafu in the beginning...it's quickly fixed (my mic was on MUTE). I talk about Serial Killer Fiction and Starship Model kits...and answer questions...! If you enjoy this...comment, subscribe and suggest questions for my next live stream...!(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #001 • Originally streamed on December 15, 2018)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-02-271h 06Robservations - The Show About SomethingDisney lies and steals. Star Trek's future continues burning to ash. (#629)Writer-producer-director Robert Meyer Burnett walks his fellow Imagination Connoisseurs through the state of the entertainment industry and specifically how deals with creators written up and agreed to in the 1980s and 90s are woefully out of touch with the existence of the streaming video market as it exists today. Case in point: Bill Nye (the Science Guy) and his recent lawsuit against Disney - who refuses to pay Nye residual payments for streams of his content outside of the current agreement for home video sales (which are almost non-existent with the “death” of physical media). What can be done? RMB talk...2021-02-262h 22Robservations - The Show About SomethingThe Marvel Cinematic Universe is coming for all of us. (#628)ROBSERVATIONS host, Robert Meyer Burnett, is excited about the return of the MCU. With recent announcements of the title of the next Spider-Man movie (SPIDER-MAN: NO WAY HOME) and planned release dates for the long-awaited Black Widow movie and Loki series (on Disney+), RMB is ready to celebrate. Rob also shares letters and his personal insights into the issues identified in them - ranging from how he hopes Imagination Connoisseurs handle differences within the Post-Geek Singularity to why he feels so strongly that fans reassess their views on Kathleen Kennedy and the job she’s done with the Star Wars fr...2021-02-252h 50Robservations - The Show About SomethingThe narrative. Storytelling and its discontents. (#627)Writer-producer-director Robert Meyer Burnett talks about the demise of Cinefex Magazine - to which he's subscribed since it first debuted - and the importance of storytelling.RMB also shares letters from fellow Imagination Connoisseurs and answers questions from chats in the livestream.(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #627 • Originally streamed on February 23, 2021)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-02-242h 09Robservations - The Show About SomethingThe lessons of Zack Snyder's odyssey to finish the Snyder Cut. (#626)ROBSERVATIONS host Robert Meyer Burnett shares an article from Vanity Fair detailing the long road Zack Snyder took to re-claim, re-cut and re-launch his vision of DC's Justice League with what is now called "The Snyder Cut." RMB editorializes throughout the segment, providing additional insight into how a movie director reviews and re-cuts projects while they are in-work and when the work on that director's computer might be considered a "finished cut" worth screening ... or not.But the story of "The Snyder Cut" of JUSTICE LEAGUE is more than just a trail of tears through the movie business...2021-02-232h 30Robservations - The Show About SomethingIs Francis Ford Coppola's Godfather II re-cut a masterpiece? (#564)More and more film directors are re-cutting previous work to give their stories room to "breathe" - and one of the most successful at this has been Francis Ford Coppola. ROBSERVATIONS host, writer-director-producer Robert Meyer Burnett, talks how Coppola's re-cutting of films like APOCALYPSE NOW, COTTON CLUB ENCORE (with new music) and now GODFATHER III (known as THE GODFATHER CODA - The Death of Michael Corleone) is making these films worth watching again.RMB also provides updates on the upcoming Intergalactic Imagination Connoisseurs' Film Festival and a new show on The Burnettwork - LET'S GET PHYSICAL MEDIA, plus...2021-02-231h 35Robservations - The Show About SomethingAre we all toxic fans or just looking for something to believe in? (#566)Rob was called out as a "toxic fan" a day or two ago for expressing his opinions about Star Trek: Discovery - and that serves as the inspiration behind today's show. We explore what makes a fan "toxic" and what is driving the ever-increasing spiral of passion, interest and vitriol around our favorite entertainment franchises.Enjoy all of that plus letters from viewers and comments sent in from live stream participants in today's episode of ROBSERVATIONS.(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #566 • Originally streamed November 28, 2020)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-02-221h 38Robservations - The Show About SomethingThe problems of modern Star Trek on the big and small screens. (#625)ROBSERVATIONS host, Robert Meyer Burnett, shares an interview from Trekmovie.com with Star Trek luminary Ron Moore. Moore tells why, in his opinion, Star Trek may not be a good fit for the cinematic format. He suggests that Star Trek stories don't always make for good "spectacle" of the kind that shows best on the big screen. This article then segues into a longer discussion of Star Trek's popularity and attractiveness to its audience.RMB shares some tremendous letters fellow Imagination Connoisseurs and answers questions from fans following along in the livestream's chat session. (ROBSERVATIONS Episode #625 • Or...2021-02-211h 31Robservations - The Show About SomethingIs WandaVision about to launch mutants into the MCU? (#624)Writer-producer-director Robert Meyer Burnett discusses how the MCU could change with the revelations expected over the final three episodes of WandaVision, currently streaming on Disney+. Could we see the first hints of mutants, X-men or, maybe even Reed Richards and the Fantastic Four? Rob also shares letters from Imagination Connoisseurs and answers questions from fans in the livestream chat during the show.(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #624 • Originally streamed on February 18, 2021)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-02-202h 15Robservations - The Show About SomethingTENET resurrects the global box office. (#505)Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett shares information about the global release of the latest Christopher Nolan film, TENET. The film's global release is seen by many as a test of the world's appetite for going back to movie theaters in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic.Although the film has generated over $200M in box office worldwide, that's far short of the kind of numbers it needs to do to be considered financially successful. But is that a result of the public health crisis or some genuine disagreement about the quality of the film, itself? RMB has an opinion...2021-02-201h 29Robservations - The Show About SomethingViewer letters never fail to impress. (#623)Writer-producer-director Robert Meyer Burnett takes time away from entertainment news to spend time answering letters received over the previous ten days. Covering subjects from time-traveling James Bond to whether or not the X-men already exist in the MCU (we just haven't seen them yet).Rob also spends some time answering the question of whether or not filmmakers should be fans of the franchises they direct. The answer might surprise you.In addition to responding to letters from fellow Imagination Connoisseurs, RMB also takes some time out to respond to questions posed by fans in the livestream...2021-02-1948 minRobservations - The Show About SomethingHappy Star Trek Day! (#508)ROBSERVATIONS host, Robert Meyer Burnett, celebrates all things Star Trek and talks about the plight of the franchise on CBS: All Access. Plus viewer mail and questions from fans in the livestream chat.(Originally streamed September 8, 2020)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-02-191h 59Robservations - The Show About SomethingScorsese says we can't depend on the movie business to take care of cinema. (#622)Imagination Connoisseurs in the Post-Geek Singularity have been concerned about the fate of movie theaters, but legendary filmmaker Martin Scorsese suggests that the stakes might be much, much higher. Who is responsible for the fate of cinema, in general?Join ROBSERVATIONS host Robert Meyer Burnett as he takes an in-depth look at Scorsese's comments and breaks them down based on his own, personal experience in the film industry. It's a unique, up-close look at the movie business you don't find on most entertainment talk shows.RMB also reads and discusses questions and issues brought up by...2021-02-181h 50Robservations - The Show About SomethingCAPTAIN MARVEL is your 4K fantasy. (#145)Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett, dives deep into the controversy and criticism surrounding Brie Larson's performance and promotion of the MCU film CAPTAIN MARVEL. He also examines the outcry of certain fans against LucasFilm's Kathleen Kennedy. Are there connections that can be made about both figures and those who are criticizing them?RMB also reads and discusses letters from fans and answers questions from Imagination Connoisseurs watching the show live and chatting about it in the chatroom.It's just another day in the Post-Geek Singularity. We're glad you're here.(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #145 • Originally streamed June 13, 2019)2021-02-181h 38Robservations - The Show About SomethingIt's SPOILER SATURDAY ... er, Sunday on ROBSERVATIONS! (Members Only) (#619)Join host Robert Meyer Burnett as he and members of the Post-Geek Singularity Community on YouTube talk about all the spoilers, rumors, theories and breaking news concerning their favorite genre entertainment franchises.Please note: Due to the nature of this podcast (a spoiler-rich discussion reserved for paid members of the PGS Community on YouTube), the audio podcast of this episode will be released the Wednesday following the original streaming date.(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #619 • Originally streamed on February 14, 2021)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-02-1748 minRobservations - The Show About SomethingFrancis Ford Coppola calls the MCU "despicable." James Gunn responds. (#254)Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett, follows up on a previous show about Martin Scorsese's comments concerning the MCU by sharing a story about Francis Ford Coppola's statement backing up his buddy, Marty. Coppola was in France at the time and called MCU films repetitive and "despicable."Rob also reads and responds to letters from fellow Imagination Connoisseurs from the Post-Geek Singularity and answers questions by fans participating in the live chat during the show.(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #254 • Originally streamed October 20, 2019)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-02-171h 53Robservations - The Show About SomethingThe revolution of THE JUSTICE LEAGUE trailer. (#621)Join host Robert Meyer Burnett as he takes a closer look at what critics are saying about the "Snyder Cut" of JUSTICE LEAGUE. How is director Zack Snyder's approach to telling the stories of these heroes different from what audiences saw when the film (heavily edited and revised by Joss Wheden and the studio) in 2017?Rob celebrates the state of genre entertainment today - never before have we seen so many opportunities, so many stories and so many productions of considerable value and appeal. So how do we learn to appreciate what we like and allow others to...2021-02-161h 45Robservations - The Show About SomethingJoker reaction, Scorcese on the MCU, and having a philosophy. (#240)Writer-director-producer, Robert Meyer Burnett, shares his thoughts (without spoilers) on the newly-released film, JOKER. Todd Phillips' film is more than just a simple homage to Martin Scorsese's TAXI DRIVER and KING OF COMEDY - and RMB explains why.Also yesterday, Scorsese offered his thoughts on how he views comic book movies - not considering them "cinema" but more like a "theme park ride."Rob also reads and reacts to viewer letters and answers questions from viewers in the live chat. (ROBSERVATIONS Episode #240 • Originally streamed October 4, 2019)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://ww...2021-02-161h 00Robservations - The Show About SomethingApocalypse Pow! Is the "Snyder Cut" the most metal movie ever made? (#620)Zack Snyder and HBOMax just dropped the most epic valentine on Imagination Connoisseurs everywhere. The new trailer promoting the upcoming "Snyder Cut" version of the Justice League movie gives us a hint of what's to come.And as ROBSERVATIONS host, Robert Meyer Burnett, says - it may be the most "metal" superhero movie ever. Find out what this writer-producer-director thinks about what Snyder has revealed in this latest trailer and what fans should expect from this 4-hour saga when it hits HBOmax on March 18. Plus, Rob reads and responds to mail from viewers and answers questions...2021-02-151h 38Robservations - The Show About SomethingDAMMIT! Does this mean I don't get a Cara Dune action figure?!? (#619)Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett, weighs in on the announcements by Disney that Gina Carano (Cara Dune from THE MANDALORIAN) will not be returning and by The Daily Wire that Carano will be starring in an upcoming movie produced and distributed by the online site. Fan outrage for and against Carano has been significant and has taken over social media for the past day or two.But what's really behind all of this? Can one party be held entirely at fault? The answer, of course, is much more complex and takes time to fully investigate. RMB talks about issues...2021-02-152h 02Robservations - The Show About SomethingNostalgia, fan service and critical analysis. (#611)Based on comments received on previous episodes of ROBSERVATIONS, host Robert Meyer Burnett talks about the love of nostalgia and the importance of being a critical thinker.(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #611 • Originally streamed on February 2, 2021)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-02-151h 56Robservations - The Show About SomethingRussian troll farms vs CAPTAIN MARVEL and bitter sadness. (#147)Today, writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett takes a leisurely stroll through the Post-Geek Singularity with friends and fans covering a wide variety of topics including ...A review of the Ddos attack on thedigitalbits.com after they published their review of the latest 4K release of CAPTAIN MARVEL, followed by a question from viewer Dan Atkins who asks about STOKER and the work of BAFTA Award-winning director Park Chan Wook (or, Chan-wook Park if you're looking for him on Imdb).After that, RMB reviews a letter from Imagination Connoisseur Jim Boyette asking what's really wrong with STAR WARS...2021-02-142h 31Robservations - The Show About SomethingA storytelling triumph: WandaVision opens the MCU'S bold new direction (#608)Writer-director-producer, Robert Meyer Burnett, loves the Marvel Cinematic Universe (MCU) and has from the time he saw Ironman in the theater. RMB takes a closer look at the MCU and what makes it work so well from the visionary leadership of Kevin Feige to the way these filmmakers draw on original source material and the best stories told in Marvel Comics over the last sixty years.The Infinity Saga includes twenty-three films - with an average box office of $1B (an astounding feat) - is a unique blend of structured discipline and individual creativity. Each filmmaker involved in...2021-02-141h 28Robservations - The Show About SomethingDisney honcho, Bob Iger, responds to MCU criticism (#257)Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett shares his experience of going on the GEEKS AND GAMERS YouTube channel and chatting with the channel's host, Jeremy (part of the Fandom Menace). Rob also recaps his experience working on the Axanar fan film project - explaining his role on the PRELUDE TO AXANAR fan film and other projects he took on during that time while the production battled with Paramount Pictures and CBS Studios over a variety of copyright infringement allegations.Plus letters from viewers and questions from those in the live chat ... all on this episode of ROBSERVATIONS.(Episode #257 • Or...2021-02-131h 41Robservations - The Show About SomethingA clear and present danger ... Who owns the Jack Ryan character? (#618)So who owns the Jack Ryan character created by Tom Clancy and featured in books and movies like PATRIOT GAMES, HUNT FOR RED OCTOBER and EXECUTIVE ORDERS. Would it suprise you to learn the answer isn't "Tom Clancy"?Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett, explains how intellectual property ownership can get tangled and muddy and the impact that can have on producers aspiring to make their "next great movie." As RMB says: "It ain't show-friends, it's show business." And never has that expression more at work than in this episode of ROBSERVATIONS.Plus letters from fellow Imagination Connoisseurs...2021-02-122h 05Robservations - The Show About SomethingROBSERVATIONS viewers have a lot on their minds (from January 26, 2021) ... (#605)Writer-director-producer, Robert Meyer Burnett, reads and discusses letters from fans covering a variety of issues from how fans are treated by their favorite franchises to whether or not there is an objective standard for "good art." Fans chime in via SuperChat and Tips to the channel.(Episode #605 • Originally streamed January 26, 2021)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-02-122h 14Robservations - The Show About SomethingA deep longing for the movie theater experience. (#617)Are movie theaters going to be a thing of the past or will their owners and operators understand the role they play in providing gathering places for like-minded people to enjoy entertainment and develop a sense of community? Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett shares his opinion as well as those of other Imagination Connoisseurs who, to one degree or another, are preparing for "the streaming media world" of the future.Rob also shares letters from fans, answers questions about the business and comments on questions and statements made by fellow enthusiasts in the live stream chat.(Originally...2021-02-111h 40Robservations - The Show About SomethingGoodbye to movie theaters and the tsunami of viewer letters continues! (#524)Will movie theaters survive the COVID-19 pandemic? ROBSERVATIONS host, writer-director-producer Robert Meyer Burnett, talks about the challenges facing movie exhibitors and the effect of piracy on independent films. RMB also provides an update on the upcoming Intergalactic Imagination Connoisseurs' Film Festival, plus dozens of letters from fans and live questions from viewers of the live stream.(ROBSERVATIONS Episode #524 • Originally streamed September 29, 2020)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-02-112h 08Robservations - The Show About SomethingHow can A PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN possibly be "not hot enough"? (#616)Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett, takes a closer look at the controversies surrounding statements made by Variety reviewer Dennis Harvey about actress Carey Mulligan's performance. Ms. Mulligan took issue with the review, suggesting the reviewer was questioning the central idea behind the film A PROMISING YOUNG WOMAN and insinuating she was not hot enough to be the film's femme fatale. But we wrote "controversies", didn't we?As it turns out, after over eleven months on the Variety website with no questions or complaints, the publication's editors responded to Mulligan's complaint by posting an apology at the top...2021-02-101h 52Robservations - The Show About SomethingWhat Apple's $25M record-setting deal for CODA says about the film business. (#609)Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett, takes a closer look at the future of independent films and the role film festivals (like the Sundance Film Festival currently underway in Park City, Utah) play in keeping the independent film segment of the industry economically and artistically viable. RMB shares information about the recent rights purchase of the movie CODA by Apple - a purchase which set a new record high for a purchase made by a streaming service (at $25 million).Rob also responds to letters sent in by fans and answers questions from fellow Imagination Connoisseurs in the live chat.2021-02-101h 38Robservations - The Show About SomethingDirector Chloe Zhao, Kevin Feige's pick for THE ETERNALS, is a triumph! (#615)Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett, is excited about Marvel Studios upcoming film THE ETERNALS and the recent announcement that likely Academy Award nominee, Chloe Zhao, has been tapped to helm the production. RMB also explains how Marvel has created a collaborative environment that allows filmmakers to make their films while preserving the continuity and high degree of quality that sets the MCU films apart.Plus Rob reads letters from fellow Imagination Connoisseurs, answers questions from fans in the live chat during the show and provides even more "insider insights" on the movie business and the world of genre entertainment.2021-02-092h 22Robservations - The Show About SomethingWhat happens when franchises and their fans reach middle age? (#604)Is your favorite franchise experiencing mid-life crisis? Host Robert Meyer Burnett talks about the challenges of aging faced by our favorite genre entertainment. Do the "powers that be" at the helm of our favorite science fiction, fantasy and horror franchises understand that extending the "brands" they own means more than re-telling the same stories with derivative characters and fan service?Possibly not.Plus, Rob answers Super Chats from fans in the chat stream and discusses issues and ideas presented in fan letters sent in over the past few days.(Episode #604 • Originally streamed January 25, 2021)2021-02-092h 08Robservations - The Show About SomethingDid one movie revitalize fascism in America and get Trump elected? (#602)Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett deconstructs Nicolas Carteron's article in Medium tying the 90s movie FIGHT CLUB to the rise of the alt-right and election of Donald Trump. Plus viewer mail, questions from the livestream and much more on this episode of ROBSERVATIONS!(Episode #602 • Originally streamed, January 21, 2021)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-02-081h 42Robservations - The Show About SomethingA look at fan films including TROOPS and RENEGADES: OMINARA. (#607)Join Writer-director-producer, Robert Meyer Burnett, as he spends time with friends and fellow filmmakers Kevin Rubio and Frank Zanca as they talk about making fan films based on their favorite genre franchises - and how that work has opened doors for continued work in the world of entertainment. Plus letters from fans and super chats from the livestream.(Episode #607. Originally streamed on January 28, 2021)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-02-081h 51Robservations - The Show About SomethingThe Writers' Guild of America scores a massive victory against talent agencies! (#614)Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett, takes a deep dive into the recent agreement reached between the Writers' Guild of America and Hollywoods Elite Talent Agencies and what it means for those working in the entertainment industry and the of us who enjoy the fruits of their labor. Plus, Rob shares letters from fans dealing with discrimination, searching for creative inspiration and wondering just what the hell is going on with THE EXPANSE.Rob also answers questions from fans in the live chat, calls and bothers Star Trexpert Darren Dochterman and much more on this "packed-to-the-gills" episode of ROBSERVATIONS.2021-02-072h 13Robservations - The Show About SomethingNETFLIX is on fire right now! (#601)What is Netflix up to? The streamer is continuing to grow and has just announced that it plans on turning a quarterly profit in the near future - all the while pursuing an aggressive release schedule of at least one feature production a week, every week of 2021.Plus RMB answers questions from Imagination Connoisseurs in the chat stream and reads and discusses letters received through The Burnettwork website.(Episode #601. Originally streamed January 20, 2021)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-02-071h 17Robservations - The Show About SomethingWandaVision and how to make a successful entertainment franchise. (#613)What makes for a great genre franchise? You don't have to look any further than what Kevin Feige and his team at Marvel Studios are doing with the MCU. Their latest production, the WandaVision series on Disney+ has been meticulously planned and executed and, as host Robert Meyer Burnett points out, sets the stage for some really big, extraordinarily pleasing surprises.Speculation abounds but we did our best to limit spoilers. Enjoy at your own risk.Rob also reads viewer mail and answers questions from fans in the live stream chat. It's a fulsome episode of...2021-02-061h 50Robservations - The Show About Something6 for 600 ... Our six hundredth episode. And it's a long one. (#600)How is this possible? 600 shows!Congratulations RMB and the Post-Geek Singularity! Please note: this episode has a run time of 6 hours and 54 minutes (including the bathroom break).(Episode #600. Originally streamed on January 18, 2021)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-02-066h 54Robservations - The Show About SomethingVerisimilitude, remastering, pure cinema and the LORD OF THE RINGS (#612)Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett, reacts to recent articles talking about the importance of image quality in pop media. Is it a meta-commentary on what our culture values (looks over intent) or is it a practical concern that as technology improves and media degrades, restoration (and enhancement) are required?When is it okay to modify the original work (e.g. remove the visible wires from the invading Martians in George Pall's 50's epic, WAR OF THE WORDS) and when does it go too far (e.g. colorizing CASABLANCA)? Rob talks about these issues, production implications fore the future movie...2021-02-052h 02Robservations - The Show About SomethingShould streamers like NETFLIX dump huge budgets into their films? (#603)Does it make sense for Netflix to drop hundreds of millions of dollars on new action films when they can pick up "new to you" action features with A-list (or near A-list) stars for significantly less? Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett, reviews a recent Forbes article on this subject and then discusses the economics of movie-making and, more importantly, how Netflix's business model turns the conventional thinking of Hollywood on its head.It's a fascinating discussion that provides some insights as to where the movie business might go after the pandemic has passed. Plus Rob answers Super Chats from...2021-02-052h 35Robservations - The Show About SomethingWhy does "The Snyder Cut" now exist as a 4-hour movie? (#610)ROBSERVATIONS host, Robert Meyer Burnett, discusses the latest developments with "The Snyder Cut" of the DCEU's JUSTICE LEAGUE. According to insider information provided to RMB, internal politics and economic realities may lead to a significant change in the way filmmaker Zack Snyder will be able to present his mammoth, 4-hour story.In a word, Zack Snyder got screwed on the original release of JUSTICE LEAGUE - and now, with the last minute maneuvering being made in advance of its release on HBO Max in a few weeks - it's entirely possible, Snyder is going to get screwed again. 2021-02-042h 01Robservations - The Show About SomethingAMC Theaters saved by rebel Reddit users? (#606)Writer-director-producer, Robert Meyer Burnett, takes a closer look at stock market activity today that saw a rise in the share price of AMC Theaters by 800% in one day. What does this mean for the entertainment industry and, more specifically, the movie exhibition business? Will today's activity have any long-term effect?Rob also answers questions from fans and answers Super Chats from Imagination Connoisseurs in the show's chat.(Episode #606. Originally streamed January 27, 2021)Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-02-041h 35Robservations - The Show About SomethingBig tech, Hollywood and the importance of free speech. (ROBS #599)How will the political developments of the past week affect the world of entertainment and the motion picture business? We discuss these issues and more, plus letters and Superchats from viewers on this episode of ROBSERVATIONS with your host, Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-01-232h 06Robservations - The Show About SomethingEthan Hawke joins MOON KNIGHT while WANDAVISION brings back the 50s! (ROBS #598)Ethan Hawke is set to play the “big bad” in the MOON KNIGHT series which will be streaming on Disney+. We discuss this breaking news and more, plus letters and Superchats from viewers on this episode of ROBSERVATIONS with your host, Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-01-221h 45Robservations - The Show About SomethingThat didn't take long ... Chris Evans is back as Captain America! (ROBS #597)Deadline reports Chris Evans is in talks to return to the MCU. Is that a good idea? We discuss this and more, plus letters and Superchats from viewers on this episode of ROBSERVATIONS! Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett, serves as your Duke of Dope Discourse (among other things).Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-01-211h 43Robservations - The Show About SomethingHas NETFLIX'S 2021 slate of films made the studios irrelevant? (ROBS #596)What has NETFLIX done? They’ve just announced a schedule of new releases that appear to be dropping a new film every week of the year. Yikes! What are the studios going to do now? Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett, takes a closer look.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-01-201h 46Robservations - The Show About SomethingIs Hollywood preparing to delay more blockbusters? (ROBS #595)Disruption seems to be the order of the day. With delays vexing the rollout of the COVID-19 vaccine, the movie exhibition industry is remaining shuttered which is putting stress on studios trying to re-schedule their blockbuster releases (many of whom had been re-scheduled at least once from their original release dates in 2020). Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett, takes a closer look.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-01-192h 29Robservations - The Show About SomethingWANDAVISION begins a bold, new phase four for the MCU. (ROBS #594)Just what does Marvel Studios have in mind by putting Elizabeth Olsen/Paul Bettnay starrer, WANDAVISION, on Disney+ next week? What does it mean for the MCU on the streamer and future feature films in coming years? Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett, takes a closer look.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-01-182h 43Robservations - The Show About SomethingGODZILLA VS. KONG chained to stick with HBOMax release. ROBSERVATIONS #593Host Robert Meyer Burnett continues to dissect the decisions made by Warner Brothers to release their theatrical releases simultaneously on HBOMax. Legendary Picture's GODZILLA vs KONG, which will be released by Warner Bros, is poised to appear in theaters and on the streaming service later this year.Also, a closer look at Star Trek in novels, a lively discussion of exactly "where" so many of our favorite stories take place, letters from fans and superchats from fans watching the livestream. All that and more on this episode of ROBSERVATIONS.Become a supporter of this podcast: https...2021-01-152h 08Robservations - The Show About SomethingA defense of the classics ... and WONDER WOMAN 1984. ROBSERVATIONS #588Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett talks about the importance of preserving and sharing the great stories and myths of the past. RMB also discusses an article read in a previous episode of ROBSERVATIONS which provides an alternate point of view on Wonder Woman 1984. All that, plus viewer mail and the livestream chat make ROBSERVATIONS, a show that’s a great watch, any day!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-01-142h 14Robservations - The Show About SomethingBen Shapiro's THE DAILY WIRE acquires first feature film for distribution. ROBSERVATIONS #591Controversial conservative pundit, Ben Shapiro’s website, The Daily Wire, has acquired an action feature “Run Hide Fight” and will handle distribution of the film. What does that do the traditional content distribution system? Writer-producer-director, Robert Meyer Burnett, takes a closer look.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-01-131h 16Robservations - The Show About SomethingShadow In The Cloud director sets the record straight. ROBSERVATIONS #590There is a lot of controversy swirling around the Roseanne Liang directed film: SHADOW OF THE CLOUD. Are negative reviews of the film because of its connection to writer Max Landis fair or warranted?Writer-director-producer, Robert Meyer Burnett, discusses it with members of the Post-Geek Singularity.All that, plus viewer mail and the livestream chat.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-01-121h 59Robservations - The Show About SomethingWhat's next in the great streaming wars? Is NETFLIX unstoppable? ROBSERVATIONS #589Robert Meyer Burnett takes a closer look at the “streaming wars” and whether or not the giants like Netflix are unstoppable (and what that might mean for the entertainment industry).RMB also discusses the success of shows like THE QUEEN’S GAMBIT, THE MANDALORIAN and more.Questions about the upcoming short story competition (and the resulting book: THE IMAGINATION CONNOISSEUR – VOL 1) are answered. A timeline for submissions is provided as is an explanation of how entries will be handled and what will happen with the winning story.All that, plus viewer mail and the livestre...2021-01-112h 01Robservations - The Show About SomethingWhere could Wonder Woman 3 possibly go? #587Looking forward to the direction of Wonder Woman 3!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2021-01-062h 12Robservations - The Show About SomethingWonder Woman 3 fast-tracked after $85m world-wide opening! #586A discussion of the ramifications of Wonder Woman's big opening during the time of COVID.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2020-12-291h 51Robservations - The Show About SomethingPlot mechanics and wishing Wonder Woman 84 was better. #585A discussion of the super hero film and the disappointment of WW84.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2020-12-272h 19Robservations - The Show About SomethingThe Agony and the Ecstasy of Fan Service. #582An examination of the origins of Fan Service and how it relates to Star Trek and Star Wars...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2020-12-232h 40Robservations - The Show About SomethingThe Arrogance of Show Runners and the cost to Stephen King's THE STAND #581Musings on THE STAND and how show runner Benjamin Cavell thinks one of the novel's more loathsome characters, Harold Lauder, might be the central protagonist of the story.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2020-12-221h 35Robservations - The Show About SomethingWonder Woman '84 opens soft in China. #580A discussion of not only Wonder Woman opening soft...but three hours of Imagination connoisseurs writing in and offering their opinions. An EPIC stream of opinion...Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2020-12-213h 22Robservations - The Show About SomethingThe State of Fandom #575A look into where the fandom community currently resides...or...can't we all just get along?!?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2020-12-152h 08Robservations - The Show About SomethingDid you know the 9 part THE STAND miniseries debuts in 5 days?!? #574Is CBS All Access burying Stephen King's THE STAND miniseries?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2020-12-132h 11Robservations - The Show About SomethingHollywood goes to war with itself over streaming content. #573An examination of the recent HBOMax and Disney Plus streaming revelations and how it will affect the business of Hollywood.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2020-12-122h 14Robservations - The Show About SomethingWas Christopher Nolan right to bite the Warner Brothers hand that feeds him? #571Christopher Nolan came down quite hard on the Warner Brothers/HBO Max plan to release big movies day and date in movie theaters and on the streaming service. Was he right to do so?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2020-12-092h 16Robservations - The Show About SomethingHANNIBAL creator Bryan Fuller discusses influences and the horror genreHANNIBAL and STAR TREK: DISCOVERY creator Bryan Fuller discusses monsters and the entirely of the horror genre.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2020-12-081h 30Robservations - The Show About SomethingAn interview with legendary comic artist BILL SIENKIEWICZ!During the early days of the COVID lockdowns, I interviewed comic legend BILL SIENKIEWICZ for the 400the episode of Robservations #400. But here, presented for the very first time, is the entire two hour interview!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2020-12-072h 11Robservations - The Show About SomethingIs Michael Burnham a "Wesley?" Response to an Open Letter. #570In response to my harsh criticism of Star Trek: Discovery, a viewer responds to an open letter...and I clap back.Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2020-12-071h 49Robservations - The Show About SomethingStar Wars vs. Star Trek - A contrast in franchise management. #569Which franchise is currently managed better...Star Trek or Star Wars? What are the differences between THE MANDALORIAN and Star Trek: Discovery?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2020-12-052h 06Robservations - The Show About SomethingWarner Bros. instigates seismic shift spelling doom for movie theaters! (ROBS #568)Did Warner Brothers just doom all movie theaters to oblivion?Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/robservations-the-show-about-something--4698528/support.2020-12-042h 31